Accountant

ITSS Recruitment Ltd; Haverhill; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

ITSS Recruitment Ltd is recruiting an Accountant for our UK entity. The role covers the full accounting cycle from GL to statutory reporting, VAT compliance, and coordination with Head Office.

The successful candidate will oversee day-to-day accounting activities, ensure timely month-end and year-end closings, and liaise with auditors, banks, and tax advisors. A strong UK tax and ERP background is essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance or related field is required or preferred.
• Part-qualified ACCA/CIMA/ACA/AAT or equivalent is preferred.
• Strong knowledge of UK accounting principles, VAT and HMRC requirements.
• Experience with ERP systems such as SAP, Oracle, Microsoft Dynamics or Sage and good Excel skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage accounts payable and accounts receivable.
• Perform bank, balance sheet and intercompany reconciliations.
• Prepare monthly journals, accruals, prepayments and depreciation.
• Lead month-end and year-end closing processes.
• Prepare VAT returns and ensure HMRC compliance.
• Support corporation tax compliance and liaise with external tax advisors.
• Prepare audit schedules and coordinate with external auditors.
• Monitor cash, bank transactions and working capital.
• Ensure proper documentation and internal controls.

Education

Bachelor's degree in accounting, Finance, or a related field

Tools

SAP

Oracle

Microsoft Dynamics

Sage

Job description

Role: Accountant

Location: Haverhill

Salary: £40-50k

We are seeking an Accountant to join our team who will manage the day-to-day accounting activities of the UK entity and maintain complete, accurate, and up-to-date financial records. The role covers the full accounting cycle, including general ledger, accounts payable, accounts receivable, bank reconciliations, month end closing, VAT compliance, management reporting, and statutory accounting requirements.

The Accountant will independently manage the accounting activities of the UK entity, with guidance, oversight, and support from the Head Office Finance Team.

Responsibilities:

• Manage accounts payable and accounts receivable.
• Perform bank, balance sheet, and intercompany reconciliations.
• Prepare monthly journals, accruals, prepayments, provisions, depreciation, and other accounting adjustments.
• Manage the month end and year-end closing process.
• Prepare VAT returns and ensure compliance with HMRC requirements.
• Support corporation tax compliance and provide required information to external tax advisors.
• Prepare audit schedules and coordinate with external auditors.
• Monitor cash balances, bank transactions, and working capital.
• Manage intercompany accounting and reconciliations.
• Ensure all accounting records are properly documented and supported.
• Maintain compliance with accounting policies, procedures, and internal controls.
• Identify and resolve accounting discrepancies and issues independently.
• Ensure all statutory, tax, and financial reporting deadlines are met.
• Liaise with management, auditors, tax advisors, banks, suppliers, customers, and other relevant parties.
• Coordinate with the Head Office Finance Team on reporting, consolidation, accounting policies, controls, and other finance matters.
• Provide required financial information and reporting to Head Office within agreed deadlines.
• Implement Head Office accounting policies, procedures, and reporting requirements.
• Perform other accounting and finance activities as required by management.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• Part qualified ACCA, CIMA, ACA, AAT, or equivalent is preferred.
• Good knowledge of UK accounting principles, VAT, and HMRC requirements.
• Experience with accounting software or ERP systems such as SAP, Oracle, Microsoft Dynamics, Sage, or similar.
• Good Microsoft Excel skills.